In 2021, we brought the most anticipated industry event of the year directly to you so you could connect whenever you want, from wherever you want.
Whether you were at home or in the office, our MBA LIVE virtual platform offered the complete convention experience with all access to accommodate your busy schedule. Our broadcast format streamed keynotes and industry experts, allowed you to huddle with your peers in virtual breakouts, and provided a venue to discover the latest products and solutions in THE HUB for the convention experience you've come to know and love, reimagined for today's environment. Thanks for helping us blow the roof off of MBA CREF21!
In 2021, We Combined Two Must-Attend Events in One
MBA's Commercial Real Estate Finance/Multifamily Housing Convention & Expo
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MBA's Commercial/Multifamily Housing Servicing and Technology Conference

CREF21: Lending, Investing, Servicing and Technology Convention & Expo
CREF21 Agenda and Featured Speakers
See our 2021 lineup of speakers below and check out our agenda to see session topics, breakouts, and more.
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Admiral William H. McRaven, USN (Ret.) Retired Navy Four-Star Admiral Commander of U.S. Special Operations (2011-2014) Policy Advisor and Member, Council on Foreign Relations
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A.B. Stoddard Associate Editor and Columnist RealClearPolitics
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Andrew Young Former United States Ambassador to the United Nations Civil Rights Leader and Former Mayor of Atlanta Sponsored By
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Ron Darling 1986 World Series Champion, NY Mets SNY Lead Game and Studio Analyst Sponsored By
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Susan Stewart 2021 MBA Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, SWBC Mortgage
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Matthew G. Rocco, Sr. Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Grandbridge Real Estate Capital LLC
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Robert D. Broeksmit, CMB President & Chief Executive Officer Mortgage Bankers Association
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Michael Fratantoni, Ph.D. Chief Economist, Senior Vice President, Research & Technology Mortgage Bankers Association
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Jamie Woodwell Vice President of Commercial/Multifamily Research Mortgage Bankers Association
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Marcia M. Davies mPower Founder and Chief Operating Officer Mortgage Bankers Association
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Sharon Walker Associate Vice President, Multifamily Mortgage Bankers Association
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Kathleen S. Farrell Head of Commercial Real Estate Truist Financial Corporation
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Teresa Zien Manager, Capital Markets Invesco
MBA LIVE Presents an All-New Virtual CREF21 Experience
LIVE
A virtual experience through Q&A sessions and live polling, with the flexibility to catch up on demand. Plus get the latest technology solutions from top companies in THE HUB
LEARN
Get market information, economic insights and valuable resources that only MBA can provide.
NETWORK
Whether in person or online, this annual event brings together industry power players, innovators and key stakeholders in an interactive and engaging way.
LEAD
Be positioned to lead even in transition and gain actionable takeaways for future success.
Earn Valuable Credits at CREF21
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Earn credit towards your Commercial Certified Mortgage Servicer (CCMS) designation. |
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